REU: Ant morphometrics and evolution (University of Michigan) We are looking for a student to work on the analysis of ant morphology evolution in a phylogenetic context. The broader project is investigating the joint evolution of ant biodiversity in morphological, ecological, and geographic space. The summer student project will focus on 3-D imaging and quantification of ant morphology, and analyzing these data with project collaborators to test theories for how morphology evolves in space and time. In addition, there are opportunities to work with computer scientists in the engineering school on artificial intelligence and computer vision applications to biodiversity analysis.
To apply, send a CV, a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, and have two references submit letters of recommendation directly by email. All materials and enquiries can be sent to pheidole....@gmail.com. The position is at the University of Michigan. -- ---------------------------------- Evan P. Economo Michigan Society of Fellows Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology University of Michigan
